Cornwall News for Falmouth, Penryn, Helston, Truro, Redruth, Camborne

Owner of Falmouth's longest-running shop shares secrets to his success

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Stunning waterside pub included in Best of England's top 200

Lifeboat launched to rescue stricken fishing crew

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History repeating itself in Helston this weekend

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A390 partially blocked due to accident

More than 1,000 visitors to Falmouth Spring Flower Show

Take photographs of rivers and become a CSI Plastic Tracker

Rare intestinal tract dissection as Operating Theatre Live goes on tour

Helston declares state of emergency

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The Packet's Best Rural/Village Pub: Head-first dive into the industry pays off

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Hotel's refurbished restaurant now has a customised waltzer

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Cornwall ranked in top three for British holiday destinations this Easter

Brexit-free zone at Penryn art space

Universities Minister set to warn rogue landlords over sub-standard student accommodation

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The Packet Camera Club's photo of the day - taken by Stuart Wilkes

Lifeboat comes to aid of dinghy in trouble

Emergency services called after car crashes into wall

Cruise ship at centre of evacuation in stormy seas is due to visit Falmouth this year

Town's latest new shop enjoys booming business

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Send a selfie of you and your pet for charity's competition

Cornish Gardens open their doors for local charity

25 years ago from the Falmouth Packet: Nine shops fall victim to vandals

Runners get jelly baby boost at half marathon

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Mining team heading for capital to inspire future from the past

From Glendurgan to Godolphin, enjoy an Easter egg hunt with the National Trust

Mums urged to sign up for this year's Race for Life

How group is keeping soon-to-be centenarian Nesta young

Time to vote for the third category in the Packet's Pub of the Year competition

Firefighters called to chimney alight

Dead rats scam leaves victim 'absolutely hysterical'

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Woman rescued from river in Falmouth twice by pub goer after jumping back in

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Children's sailing charity gets £1.69 million for groundbreaking project

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Cornish start to Tour of Britain hailed a coup by famous charity

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Spring show brings seasonal cheer to wet day in Devoran

Second firm in as many months opens at Helston Business Park

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Solidarity event in wake of New Zealand mosque attack

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'Meet' figures from history as past brought to life at five Cornish museums

Father of teenager found dead on river bank pleads for her phone to be returned

Two men rescued from water off Prince of Wales Pier

THE MYSTERY DINER: Chorley's, Truro

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Penryn father's death caused by drugs and pneumonia

Cornish hero to have train named in his memory

COURT LIST: Man sent to prison after assaulting emergency worker

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Dog rescued from rocks at Church Cove

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Bus pass holders can now travel for free at any time

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Falmouth and Penryn will be on route as Cornwall to host Tour of Britain cycle race

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Timber bungalow in secluded Lizard location sold at auction

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Online organic plant business wins national award

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More than 40 hectares of green space improved by Cornwall Council

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Police say there is a rise in people carrying knives

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Former student invited to take part in UN convention

The Packet Camera Club's photo of the day - taken by Maxine Brown

Five men convicted for smuggling 1.4 tonnes of cocaine

Cyclist knocked off his bike in hit-and-run incident

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Black-tie dinner to raise money for Penryn charity

Mother laments "cold" consultant who broke news of son's Down's syndrome

Two councillors admit speeding

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Tourism expected to grow, creating 8,000 jobs

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Woman wins award for being Helston's "Greatest Loser"

Starbucks in Truro reopens after major refurbishment

Nearly half of 25 to 34 year-old drivers use mobile phones

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"Virtual School" receives national recognition

Creation of multi-use coastal trail to be discussed by councillors

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Falmouth to host breakfast rave inspired by Morning Gloryville

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Young surf lifesavers complete impressive sponsored swim for charity

Cornish brewery takes home the gold at 'beer Oscars'

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The Packet Camera Club's photo of the day, taken by Lee Stephens

Police locate family of man whose body was found in Falmouth harbour

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All roads through village closed due to major diesel spill

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Young Falmouth lifeguard wins award for heroic actions in her first shift

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Chippy is among best 10 in the country and it's celebrating with free chips

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'I sat and sobbed': Judge rules in favour of ex postmistress in landmark trial

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Seal pup Hope gets a second chance after becoming victim of sea pollution

Diabetes diagnoses on the rise in Cornwall

Hospital choir to raise funds for end of life care

Meet the four Helstonians leading Flora Day's Morning and Evening Dances

Best Village/Rural Pub winner revealed - now we need your votes for Best Town Pub

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Open day at Falmouth Marine School

Park and ride hours to be extended

Penryn mental health charity receives lottery funding

The Royal Mail is trialling solar-powered e-Trikes for deliveries

Permission granted to change Ocean Bowl student accommodation plan

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The Packet Camera Club's photo of the day, taken by Mark Quilter

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Sport

Pirates suffer first-half Blues on their way to fifth successive defeat

Late try denies Reds despite second-half fightback

Leading sides are victorious as Trelawny League title race hots up

VIDEO: Highlights of Wendron United's victory at home to Plymstock United

Perranporth return to top with win at Helston while St Day stay in title hunt

Fishermen's fleeting title bid suffers latest blow after draw at Holsworthy

Injury-time strike denies Helston all three points against Elburton

Truro slip further into relegation mire after heavy home defeat

Will scores long-range stunner as 'Dron come from behind to beat Plymstock

AS IT HAPPENED: Wendron United beat Plymstock United

Golden Oldies: Helston Cricket Club from June 1992 - Can you name them?

25 YEARS ON: Town blitzed by Neil while Perran romp to final

CLASSIC CLASH: Falmouth Town 3-3 Buckland Athletic - Can you remember the year?

VIDEO: Highlights of Falmouth Town's semi-final victory over St Austell

VIDEO: Semi-final victory 'was an absolute pleasure to watch'

Fantastic Falmouth fire four past St Austell to reach Senior Cup final

CORNWALL SENIOR CUP LIVE: Falmouth Town beat St Austell to reach final

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National sport

Ireland game will be test of our Euro 2020 credentials – Georgia coach Weiss

Buttler ‘mankaded’ in controversial IPL clash

UEFA called to investigate as “anger” expressed over Schar concussion

Chelsea get April 11 appeal date against FIFA’s two-window transfer ban

Chelsea get April 11 appeal date against FIFA’s two-window transfer ban

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Gareth Southgate: England must make sure mentality and discipline are right

5 talking points ahead of Republic of Ireland’s Euro 2020 qualifier with Georgia

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Falmouth/Penryn

Owner of Falmouth's longest-running shop shares secrets to his success

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In Port

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VIDEO: Watch the dramatic rescue which "stretched capabilities" of crew

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Letters

LETTERS: Is the future of Budock parish in doubt?

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National news

Democrats demand release of full Mueller report

Superstar ballet dancer praises royal visit to Cuba

Apple ‘yet to convince’ it can compete with Netflix, industry expert says

Lorry drivers ‘mystified’ as no-deal Brexit transport plan activated

Child taken to hospital in Dundee after being hit by van

All the key announcements from Apple’s live event

Stormy Daniels lawyer Avenatti charged with trying to extort millions from Nike

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